# Support NHSMM & Early Research via Patreon

Welcome! By supporting us on Patreon, you help fund research, early interface development, and the SAE product. We keep **nhsmm fully open source**, while offering **early research insights and pre-release access** through `nhsmm-interfaces`.

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## **Patreon Tiers**

### **Free / Open Core**
**$0 / month**  
- Full access to **nhsmm** (open-source core library)  
- Public blog posts and research summaries  
- Limited tutorials and examples  

*Ideal for hobbyists and learners who want to explore NHSMM without any cost.*

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### **Research Preview**
**$5–10 / month**  
- Early access to **`nhsmm-interfaces` pre-releases** (read-only snapshots per milestone)  
- Access to research sketches, design notes, and discussions  
- Downloadable code snapshot **once per release**  

*For curious researchers and developers who want early insight into interface design.*

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### **Insider Access**
**$20–25 / month**  
- Unlimited access to **all `nhsmm-interfaces` snapshots**  
- Detailed architectural commentary on interface decisions  
- Priority Q&A and discussions with maintainers  
- Early access to deep-dive tutorials and blog posts  

*Best for advanced users, researchers, and those who want full early access to research developments.*

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### **SAE Founders**
**$100+ / month**  
- Early access to **SAE product releases**  
- Invitation to private developer/research community  
- Influence the roadmap via polls and discussions  
- Recognition in SAE release notes  

*Limited slots recommended. Ideal for early adopters and supporters who want the final SAE product as it matures.*

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## **How it Works**
1. **nhsmm** remains **open source forever**.  
2. **`nhsmm-interfaces`** serves as a **research & early access layer**, available to Patreon supporters during the preview.  
3. SAE evolves from `nhsmm-interfaces` as the **commercial/research-hardened product**, with early access via the Founders tier.  
4. Supporting Patreon helps fund ongoing development, research, and documentation.  

Thank you for being part of the NHSMM research and early access community!
